Monthly Archives: December 2010

Motorola released a video to the blogs today that they called the “Tablet Evolution,” which turned out to be a teaser video for the upcoming announcements that will be taking place at CES 2011. The video was very straight forward and to the point, at one point they even refer to the iPad as a “giant unlocked iPhone 4,” and the boxing gloves come out.

Motorola has made it no secret that they are taking aim at the iPad, which was able to secure a large portion of the tablet market with their early release. The teaser video starts by showing some of the various tablets, even those that date back to Mayan times, showing hieroglyphics and other ancient scriptures.

Then, at the end of hthe video we see that iPad, which they say “is like a giant iPhone,” followed by the Samsung Galaxy Tab Unlocked, along with some words about the features of the device. It was an interesting video that will cause quite a stir in the mobile community. It isn’t all that surprising that Motorola attacked Apple in the ad, but it is surprising that they did it so blatantly, accusing them of re-branding their iPhone and releasing it with a larger screen.

The device will have the next version of Android that has not even been announced at this time. With the recent leak of a picture of the tablet with a Verizon logo on it, things seem to be finally heating up in the tablet section of the mobile market.

Apple certainly won’t take the attacks lightly, and will probably fight back with some weak shots of their own. Only time will tell how well the Motorola tablet PC does, but the way they are marketing it seems like we are gearing up for a face off between the iPad and the Galaxy Tab.

With rumors of the Playstation Phone everywhere, Sony announced today that they would be adding Playstation app to their resume. The app will only be available for Android and iOS devices. The app will give users a number of options. Unfortunately one of those options will not be to play Playstation games on their phone. The app works in a way that is similar to the XBox Live features that are available on LG C900 Unlocked Windows Phone 7.

The app will grant you access to all of the most up to date news on the Playstation platform and will also let you see what your friends are playing and whether or not they are online. Now you do not even have to get up and walk to the Playstation to see which of your friends are online. If you are feeling like you might want to play some online games, simply look up who is online on your phone and see if anything catches your eye.

The app will launch first in Europe, including in France, Germany, and Spain. Sony also said that they were looking to expand the features and countries that will carry the app in the near future. This is to be looked at as a testing period to make sure that everything is running smoothly.

Unlocked iphone 4 iOS devices will have to be running version four or above to use the App, and Android phones have to be using 1.6 or a higher version. They did not announce when this would be coming to the US but if it is successful in its initial releases, you can expect it to make its way here very soon.

Here’s to hoping the next announcement from the company is the Playstation Phone which has had several videos of it released but has received no official confirmation from Sony Ericsson.

A recent rumor from Nokia insider Eldar Murtazin claims that Nokia is currently in the process of working on a deal with Microsoft that would allow for them to utilize Windows Phone 7 on their upcoming unlocked cell phone. The devices had previously used Symbian, but the operating system has not received good marks from experts or customers in reviews, and it is clear that Nokia will have to move away from Symbian if they would like to remain competitive in the market.

The CEO of Nokia, Stephen Elop has reportedly been conversing with officials at Microsoft for the past few months and has spoken with them about the possibility of them launching a Windows Phone 7 device in the near future.

Regardless of the decision that they make, Nokia still has a large place in the marketplace. Them adding a partnership with Microsoft into the mix would be to the benefit of both companies and would allow both of them to grow. Windows Phone 7 is known for being meticulous when it comes to security. Their WGA software will lock the phone down if it detects that you are messing with any of the inner-working software that runs the operating system, and Symbian is an operating system that is obviously on the decline.

It will be interesting to see what kind of devices Nokia releases. They have never been at the forefront of the higher-end devices, but a new partnership with a growing operating system might force them to look to more advanced devices in the future.

The rumor also stated that they were not just discussing the possibility of a single phone, but instead a line of phones that would be sold through the various channels that Nokia has at their disposal. It would be an interesting partnership to say the least. Both companies have made huge gains in the mobile market in recent years and it only seems right that they meet in the middle to continue their surge.

It looks as though apple might be gearing up to take a run at the infamous Google Maps app for iOS devices like unlocked iphone 4, ipad & ipod. A recent job posting to their website calls for individuals with “computational geometry or graph theory,” as well as individuals that have substantial experience with navigation software. The company could be developing something else, but with the popularity of Google maps on the iOS platform and the very open competition between the companies, it looks as though they might be taking a page out of Google’s book and developing their own branded solution that will be eerily similar to something that is already out there on the market.

With a little bit of guesswork you can see that Apple might be looking to integrate some sort of GPS app into the future updates for the platform. They certainly know how much these types of things can generate, with so many of their most successful apps being related to GPS features.

Apple has not made any announcement regarding what the hiring could mean. Of course, anything is possible and they could be developing something completely different that we have not heard of yet. There was one previous occasion when the company brought some navigation experts on board, and nothing really ever came of it. It looks as though they might be willing to give that project a second shot, now that they have a new phone out and a software update that would allow them to focus on other features for a small period of time.

Google has yet to comment on the possibility that Apple could be looking to invade on the space that Google Maps occupies, but likely would not be happy to learn. Google is never a stranger to competition, and constantly releases solutions to compete with other brands, but now it looks as though they will get a taste of their own medicine.

The unlocked LG C900 Quantam has received a fair amount of attention from the mobile community for being one of the first top of the line phones to use the Windows Phone OS 7 technology that many think will put Microsoft in the thick of the mobile industry in the coming years. The phone is one of the most solid devices for this operating system, and there are numerous reasons why it has continued to garner attention.

The ability to record HD 720p quality fit is a crowd-drawer. The Quantam allows you to easily share these videos with your friends or through your social networking accounts. Although the phone is only equipped with a 5 mega-pixel camera, it does have zoom and auto-focus support that allow you to take high quality pictures.

Its 1 GHz processor is more than enough to deal with all of the web browsing, app downloading and OS surfing that you will do, and the phone rarely shows any signs of lag. For those of us with XBox Live, the integration features that allow you to check your scores and gamer points are interesting, and fun to play around with.

The Microsoft Office suite also comes included with the phone. Among the programs that are int he package are Word, Excel, PowerPoint and a calender application. This will help you to stay organized and will also allow you to work on last minute presentations when you are in a rush. It is a surprise that they have not marketed the LG C900 Quantam of more of a business phone.

Overall, the LG C900 Quantam unlocked is solid, and is among the most highly regarded Windows Phone 7 Phones to don the highly anticipated operating system. It should be a solid competitor for other similarly priced phones, and is comfortable to hold and easily fits in most pockets.

The new Unlocked Sony Ericsson U8a Vivaz Pro, a device for NextG is a phone that has not received a lot of attention from the mobile community, which is a bit surprising given the quality of the phone. The non-Pro version of the phone was a standalone touchscreen and the Pro gives users an upgrade to a QWERTY keyboard which should help in business situations. The QWERTY keyboard will allow users to more quickly communicate using the device and will speed up the social networking process.

The Unlocked Sony Ericsson Vivaz Pro, much like the previous versions of the phone wills till allow users to broadcast HD video, which was a huge selling point when the device was originally released. Users will also be able to download apps through the PlayNow marketplace as well as the Symbian Developer Community, which has grown quite a bit since the first version of the device was released.

The shape of the device has also changed for the pro release, making it easier to comfortably hold. The shape of the phone is now specifically molded to the shape of the human hand so that it fits comfortably in the hand when you are speaking on the phone.

The Vivaz Pro has a 3.2 inch touch screen that is completely scratch resistant and also features a 16:9 nHD touchscreen display screen. Along with the keyboard, the phone also provides users with a 5.1 megapixel camera that comes complete with up to 4x zoom and autofocus to ensure that you capture the best pictures possible. At only 117 grams in weight, the Sony Ericsson Vivaz Pro is a light weight phone that is very phone and fits comfortably int he pocket of jeans and other casual-wear. With the U8a Vivaz Pro unlocked being Next G compatible, it is a phone that should stand the test of time and make for a solid investment for anyone who enjoyed the original version of the phone but are looking for a more professional option.

The unlocked Motorola Flipout has been a long-rumored phone that finally appears as if it will be coming to fruition in the United States. The first thing that you will notice about the phone is its odd shape. It is shaped like a square, and is quite small. It only has a 2.8 inch touchscreen display with a 320x240 resolution. It also features a 600 MHz CPU, which is a bit underpowered when you are running applications, and a 3 megapixel camera that also does not meet current standards for smart devices.

The good news is that the phone does have a few upsides. The keyboard is easy to type on and is spacious for the size of the device. Of course, because the device itself is so small it might get a little bit uncomfortable if you type on it for long periods of time, but it really couldn’t be any better given the space that it has to work with. The phone is very unique, and has a rotating design that brings the keyboard out from underneath. It is also very affordable, and runs Android 2.1 well, although you might experience some problems if you have numerous apps running at the same time.

Calling on the device is fairly uncomfortable. Its small design and square shape take you out of your element when holding it up to your ear, and I have noticed that a few of my favorite apps do not run on the device, likely because of the size of the screen. It’s lack of power in its processor and camera are also concerning, but overall, for the price at least, the Motorola Flipout unlocked gadegt is a neat little device that should hold you over until that next big release comes out. You will get a lot of questions about it, that’s for sure.

The HTC HD7 has garnered a lot of attention from the mobile community, and for good reason; it might just be the best device that HTC has offered the public yet. Known for its huge display and excellent touchscreen technology, the Unlocked HTC HD7 smoothly runs the Windows Phone 7 operating system with ease and rarely shows any signs of being bogged down. It is easily one of the most highly anticipated phones on the market.

Its 1GHz Snapdragon processor and 578 MB of RAM ensure that you will never have problems with the speed of the device. Although Windows Phone 7 does call for a lot in terms of hardware and speed in order to run it, the HD7 seems to handle the task perfectly and is one of the best devices to come loaded with the operating system to date.

Along with its huge screen, the phone also comes with a kickstand on the back for your viewing pleasure. It is clear that they were attempting to take hold of the media-loving market, and they have released the perfect phone to do so. The 4.2 inch display is large enough for you to comfortably watch movies and video on.

HTC HD7 unlocked handset comes complete with 16 GB of hard drive space, which should be more than enough but unfortunately is not expandable at this time. Releases outside of the US with only receive 8 GB of storage that is also non-expandable.

One of htc largest complaints about the phone has been that the panel that was used can make it awkward to see the screen from some angles in certain lighting environments. While this is a small complaint, it certainly is a warranted one for a phone that comes complete with a kickstand and has been marketed as the perfect phone for media viewing.

The Unlocked LG C900 Quantam is a phone that has received a lot of attention since it was first announced. Its feature list is long, and the fact that it runs on the brand new Windows Phone OS 7 makes it all that much more appealing. The phone comes with a full QWERTY keyboard which makes it easy for you to communicate and social network, but also comes with a touchscreen and the ability to slide the keyboard up into the phone.

One of the biggest draws is that the phone allows you to record 720p HD video and share it directly with your friends. Available for AT&T, the LG C900 Quantam features a Qualcomm 1 GHz processor, allowing it to easily navigate through the operating system and all of the apps smoothly. At just over 6 ounces in weight, the phone is a little bit heavier than some of its competitors, but should still be pocket-able in most situations.

The touchscreen is very responsive, and is large enough that it is easy to use. The phone comes complete with Microsoft Office, which will help to keep you productive even when you are playing around on your phone and will also provide users with a 5 MP camera that has zoom and flash features to help you capture the highest quality of photos throughout your day.

Overall, it is a solid phone with no real drawbacks. All of its specs are high-end enough to make it a competitor of some of the more popular smart devices available today, but the verdict stills seems to be out on the Windows Phone 7 operating system, so it will be interesting to see how willing consumers are to adapt to that. Regardless, the LG C900 unlocked handset is a great smart device that is easy to use and will provide you with everything that you are looking for in your smart device.

The HTC Evo Shift 4G is a device that has been highly anticipated by fans of the manufacturer. The device will be released on several different carriers under a variety of names including the HTC Knight and HTC Speedy, and with the release of a number of cell phone accessories shots last week, it appears as though we can start to brace ourselves for the release of the device.

The images that were released last week show a number of different features of the phone. First of all, it will have a four-line QWERTY keypad for speedier texting. The second image that was released also showed the phone in a protective case. The case does appear to add a lot to the size of the phone but the fact that the phone will feature a QWERTY keyboard has already ensured that it will be more hefty than the previous EVO 4G.

Following the release of the photos a rumored release date for the phone also made its way online; January 9th. Early estimates for the release of the phone stated that it would be released on January 6th, and the switch to a 9th release would match up with the previous Sunday launches that HTC has unveiled.

The addition of the slide out QWERTY keyboard is something that will make the device much more viable for business, or simply for those of us that prefer the keypad over a touch screen. This version of the phone will have a smaller display, at 3.7 inches, than the HTC Evo 4G that was released by Sprint. The HTC Evo Shift 4G will reportedly come standard with Android 2.2, but could potentially even see 2.3 following the announcement of 2.3 Gingerbread. All of the details regarding the unlocked cell phone should be seen as speculative at this point, but it is clear that we are inching ever-closer to the release of this highly anticipated phone.